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Central Community College-Columbus, Grand Island and Hastings honored graduate candidates. Candidates receiving degrees and diplomas were: Columbus: CENTRAL CITY: Kyler J.

Celebrate National EMS Week Honoring Our Past, Forging Our Future May 19-25 marks the 50th anniversary of National EMS Week. It’s a time to show our gratitude toward EMTs and paramedics who provide lifesaving care across the nation every day.

Daily Activity Report Monday, April 29 Officer responded to a citizen assist in the 2500 block of 27th Street, Situation resolved. Tuesday, April 30 Officer responded to a criminal mischief complaint in the 2300 block Of 16th Avenue, situation to be resolved.

Booking Report and Activity Report 04/29/24 - 05/12/24 Traffic Contacts 33: 18-Warnings 15-Citations Merrick County Arrests 7: 5-Felony Arrests 2-Misdemeanor Arrests Deputies handled 67 calls for service: 04/29 Prisoner Transport 04/29 Court Security 04/29 Traffic Accident, Hwy 30 & Gunbarrel...

Merrick County’s primary election, held entirely by mail, concluded on May 14, 2024, highlighting significant races from the local to the national level. The primary election left many local voters without any local races to cast their vote in, but that wasn’t the case for all.

With the primary elections going into full swing, The Merrick County GOP held their monthly meeting at ISI. While the meeting had been originally scheduled for Monday, due to severe weather, they had to postpone it to Thursday, May 9th.

This past weekend was marked by celebration and reflection as Central City High School, High Plains Community High School, and Nebraska Christian Schools held their commencement ceremonies, honoring the achievements of the class of 2024.

Central Park in Central City witnessed a significant community event Thursday as trees were planted by members of the 2024 Senior Class and alumni who had participated in the park's initial designs.